Group Level Square 7 (C08)

I. Site Overview
The square is located within Block C08, to the south of Nan Huan Road.
It covers an area of around 4,000 square meters, with the stage and support areas of no more than 150 square meters.
Performances will be offered here during the Expo except the peak days.
II. Technical Configuration
Stage
Standard Configuration:
The stage will be built up as required during the Expo (184 days), and be dismantled in some special cases.
Provide support area.
Stage Structure & Lighting
Standard Configuration:
Structural Configuration: Be built up as required during the Expo (184 days).
Size: TBD
Sound System
Standard Configuration:
Line Array System
Monitor System
Power Amp
FOH Console
Effects System
MIC
Lighting System
Standard Configuration:
Lighting Console
Dimmer Rack
Moving Light
Par Can
Power Supply
Standard Configuration:
Power load: 200KW
Three-phase and five-wire system
Single phase: 220V
III. Performances
Small scale cultural performances
Accommodate 30~40 performers and about 600 audiences

Group Level Square 6 (C07)

I. Site Overview
The square is located within Block C07, with Bei Huan Road on its north side, and the Elevated Expo Boulevard on the south side.
It covers an area of around 5,000 square meters, with the stage and support areas of no more than 150 square meters.
Performances will be offered here during the Expo except the peak days.
II. Technical Configuration
Stage
Standard Configuration:
The stage will be built up as required during the Expo (184 days), and be dismantled in some special cases.
Provide support area.
Stage Structure & Lighting
Standard Configuration:
Structural Configuration: Be built up as required during the Expo (184 days).
Size: TBD
Sound System
Standard Configuration:
Line Array System
Monitor System
Power Amp
FOH Console
Effects System
MIC
Lighting System
Standard Configuration:
Lighting Console
Dimmer Rack
Moving Light
Par Can
Power Supply
Standard Configuration:
Power load: 200KW
Three-phase and five-wire system
Single phase: 220V
III. Performances
Small scale cultural performances
Accommodate 40~50 performers and about 600 audiences

Group Level Square 5 (C10)

I. Site Overview
The square is located within Block C10, with Bei Huan Road on its north side, and the Elevated Expo Boulevard on the south side.
It covers an area of around 5,000 square meters, with the stage and support areas of no more than 200 square meters.
Performances will be offered here during the Expo except the peak days.
II. Technical Configuration
Stage
Standard Configuration:
The stage will be built up as required during the Expo (184 days), and be dismantled in some special cases.
Provide support area.
Stage Structure & Lighting
Standard Configuration:
Structural Configuration: Be built up as required during the Expo (184 days).
Size: TBD
Sound System
Standard Configuration:
Line Array System
Monitor System
Power Amp
FOH Console
Effects System
MIC
Lighting System
Standard Configuration:
Lighting Console
Dimmer Rack
Moving Light
Par Can
Power Supply
Standard Configuration:
Power load: 200KW
Three-phase and five-wire system
Single phase: 220V
III. Performances
Small scale cultural performances
Accommodate 30~40 performers and about 600 audiences

Amusement Park (C02)

I. Site Overview
Amusement Park is located within Block C02, with the Elevated Expo Boulevard approach ramp on its south side, Pu Ming Road on the north side, and Xi Huan Road on the east side.
It covers an area of around 25,000 square meters.
II. Technical Configuration
Basic power supply
Power load: 3,500KW
III. Performances
Theme shows
Through the Expo (184 days)

Europe Square (C10)

I. Site Overview
Europe Square is located within Block C10, with Chang Qing Road on its east side, the European Nations Joint Pavilion and Xi Ying Road on its west side, and to the south of the Elevated Expo Boulevard, to the north of Nan Huan Road.
It covers an area of around 8,000 square meters, with the stage and support areas of no more than 400 square meters.
Design of the 200-square-meter circular stage highlights on the element of water, and is filled with European romantic styles.
II. Technical Configuration
Stage
Standard Configuration:
The stage will be built up prior to opening of the Expo Site, and be used for performances in the 184-day Expo season.
It is an arena stage, opening to three/four sides.
Stage bearing capacity is 200Kg/m2
Provide support area, including prop room, staff lounge and dressing room.
Optional Configuration:
Elevating Stage
Revolving Stage
Stage Structure & Lighting
Standard Configuration:
Structural configuration: Be built up prior to opening of the Expo Site, and be used for performances in the 184-day Expo season.
Size: TBD
Sound System
Standard Configuration:
Line Array System
Monitor System
Power Amp
FOH Console
Monitor Console
Effects System
MIC
Lighting System
Standard Configuration:
Lighting Console
Dimmer Rack
Moving Light
Par Can
Leko Profile
Cyc Light
Flood Light
Optional Configuration:
Fresnel Spot
Follow Spot
Laser
Hoist
Video System
Standard Configuration:
Outdoor LED Screen
Optional Configuration:
Video Switcher
BETA Playback
DVD Playback
Power Supply
Standard Configuration:
Power load: 400KW
Three-phase and five-wire system
Single phase: 220V
III. Performances
Expo (thematic) month activities
Through the Expo (184 days)
Accommodate 60~70 performers and about 1,000 audiences

America Square (C07)

I. Site Overview
America Square is located within Block C07, with the Canada Pavilion on its west side, and to the south of the Elevated Expo Boulevard, to the north of Nan Huan Road, to the east of Yuan Yi Road, and to the west of Xi Ying Road.
It covers an area of around 5,000 square meters, with the stage and support areas of no more than 400 square meters.
The stage is designed with elements extracted from ancient architectural styles of Maya civilization and totem symbols.
II. Technical Configuration
Stage
Standard Configuration:
The stage will be built up prior to opening of the Expo Site, and be used for performances in the 184-day Expo season.
It is an end stage, opening to three sides.
Stage bearing capacity is 200Kg/m2
Provide support area, including prop room, staff lounge and dressing room.
Optional Configuration:
Elevating Stage
Revolving Stage
Stage Structure & Lighting
Standard Configuration:
Structural configuration: Be built up prior to opening of the Expo Site, and be used for performances in the 184-day Expo season.
Size: TBD
Sound System
Standard Configuration:
Line Array System
Monitor System
Power Amp
FOH Console
Monitor Console
Effects System
MIC
Lighting System
Standard Configuration:
Lighting Console
Dimmer Rack
Moving Light
Par Can
Leko Profile
Cyc Light
Flood Light
Optional Configuration:
Fresnel Spot
Follow Spot
Laser
Hoist
Video System
Standard Configuration:
Outdoor LED Screen
Optional Configuration:
Video Switcher
BETA Playback
DVD Playback
Power Supply
Standard Configuration:
Power load: 400KW
Three-phase and five-wire system
Single phase: 220V
III. Performances
Expo (thematic) month activities
Through the Expo (184 days)
Accommodate 60~70 performers and about 1,000 audiences

Africa Square (C04)

I. Site Overview
Africa Square is located within Block C04, to the north of Bei Huan Road, to the east of Xi Huan Road, to the west of Yuan Yi Road, and to the south of the African Nations Joint Pavilion.
It covers an area of around 4,000 square meters, with the stage and support areas of no more than 400 square meters.
Design is based on African artistic styles.
II. Technical Configuration
Stage
Standard Configuration:
The stage will be built up prior to opening of the Expo Site, and be used for performances in the 184-day Expo season.
It is an end stage, opening to three sides.
Stage bearing capacity is 200Kg/m2
Provide support area, including prop room, staff lounge and dressing room.
Optional Configuration:
Elevating Stage
Revolving Stage
Stage Structure & Lighting
Standard Configuration:
Structural configuration: Be built up prior to opening of the Expo Site, and be used for performances in the 184-day Expo season.
Size: TBD
Sound System
Standard Configuration:
Line Array System
Monitor System
Power Amp
FOH Console
Monitor Console
Effects System
MIC
Lighting System
Standard Configuration:
Lighting Console
Dimmer Rack
Moving Light
Par Can
Leko Profile
Cyc Light
Flood Light
Optional Configuration:
Fresnel Spot
Follow Spot
Laser
Hoist
Video System
Standard Configuration:
Outdoor LED Screen
Optional Configuration:
Video Switcher
BETA Playback
DVD Playback
Power Supply
Standard Configuration:
Power load: 400KW
Three-phase and five-wire system
Single phase: 220V
III. Performances
Expo (thematic) month activities
Through the Expo (184 days)
Accommodate 80~100 performers and about 600 audiences

Jiangsu's lifestyle to be highlighted

China's Jiangsu Province will spotlight its residents' lifestyles and its recycling at the World Expo 2010. The province has submitted its exhibition proposal to the organizer.
A series of folk art performances, parades and crafts unique to Jiangsu will be displayed during Jiangsu week from June 13 to 17 at Expo.
Jiangsu will also host three forums for the Expo, with topics including the environment and climate, cultural heritage and transport.

21 designs submitted for Henan showcase

Central China's Henan Province has received 21 design suggestions for its World Expo 2010 showcase since a public appeal was launched in December.
All the entries are being evaluated by experts and Henan will seek further suggestions about its exhibits soon, officials said.
The province will be in a pavilion with 29 other provinces and municipalities from the Chinese mainland. China's Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan will have separate pavilions.

Greece promises a fantastic show

scene of the meeting
Hong Hao, director of the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination, presents Expo 2010 mascot Haibao to Maria Saranti, the Consul General of Greece in Shanghai.

Greece is committed to staging a fantastic display at the World Expo 2010 and will step up its preparations, said Maria Saranti, the Consul General of Greece in Shanghai.
The Greek Consul General today met Hong Hao, director of the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination, in Shanghai.
Saranti said Greece would speed up its preparations and she expected the Expo would further boost Sino-Greek ties.
Greece will also participate in other Expo-related activities, she said, adding that the European country had supported Shanghai during its bidding.
Hong said the organizer would try to create ideal conditions for the participants.

Eric Giuily, president and chief executive officer of Publicis Consultants Worldwide

Eric Giuily, president and chief executive officer of Publicis Consultants Worldwide
Expo 2010 will attract massive attention across the planet
World Expo 2010 has two most attractive points. The first one lies in its host city: Shanghai. There are huge interests, especially in Europe and the US, in China, Shanghai and their developments. When we were in charge of the China - France Cultural Years project from 2004 to 2006, we could only acknowledge the huge interest and coverage that Shanghai and China received from world media.
The second point is the theme of the Expo, "Better City, Better Life." It is a very important and interesting topic for most countries. Many countries are assessing and working on how to improve individual lives in cities.
In the context of the economic crisis, this theme is even more relevant as people might be putting less importance and interests on their financial lives, but more on the cities, their collective lives and daily lives.
For Shanghai Expo, Publicis Consultants was for example in charge of the press relations for Shanghai Expo during the Expo promotion in Zaragoza last September. We were also proud to have helped Shanghai for its bidding for the World Expo 2010 in Paris as early as 2001. We helped Shanghai to prepare its presentation and felt proud for the city’s success.
To be frank, up to now, the Expo 2010 may not be on top of the agenda of the world media, as the Olympic Games in Beijing last August did attract a lot of attention, and after the Olympics came the economic crisis. But I am positive that with the 2010 event coming closer, there will be greater and rising interests from foreign media. They will be quite interested in the theme of the Expo and how China and Shanghai will be able to develop such a huge project.

Introduction of Expo 2010 Shanghai China Forums

Forum is one of the most direct ways to explore the Expo theme and carry forward the spiritual heritage of the Expo.
World Expo 2010 Shanghai China will serve as a platform for the exchange and promotion of ideas, successful practices and technologies of "urban sustainable development" and discussion of practices and innovations in terms of urbanization, education and health care in rural areas of developing countries. This will include the forecast of challenges facing urban development and possible solutions.
Forums will be categorized into summit forums, theme forums and public forums.
summit forums will host heads of government, mayors of major metropolises, international celebrities and decision-makers in business, academic and cultural fields and mainstream media, where the concept of urban development and the relationship between livable cities, globalization and sustainable development will be discussed from a macro perspective. The theme is "Challenges in Global Urbanization" and the estimated attendees will reach 300 to 350 persons.
Theme forums are more technical and instructive. Theme forums will gather elites from all walks of life, to explore the urban system, structure and way of management of a modern city from a meso perspective and generate a group of ideas by drawing on their expertise. Theme forums will be held at least once per month during Expo Shanghai.
Public forums are special open forums. The forum intends to discuss, from a micro perspective, detailed issues for urban development and improve the participation awareness of the public through various events. The forum will be held for 100 times before and during the Expo.

Brief Introduction of World Expo Shanghai

World Expositions are galleries of human inspirations and thoughts. Since 1851 when the Great Exhibition of Industries of All Nations was held in London, the World Expositions have attained increasing prominence as grand events for economic, scientific, technological and cultural exchanges, serving as an important platform for displaying historical experience, exchanging innovative ideas, demonstrating esprit de corps and looking to the future.
With a long civilisation, China favours international exchange and loves world peace. China owes its successful bid for the World Exposition in 2010 to the international community's support for and confidence in its reform and opening-up. The Exposition will be the first registered World Exposition in a developing country, which gives expression to the expectations the world's people place on China's future development.
So what will Expo 2010 Shanghai China deliver to the world? There is no doubt the Chinese people will present to the world a successful, splendid and unforgettable exposition.
Expo 2010 Shanghai China will be a great event to explore the full potential of urban life in the 21st century and a significant period in urban evolution. Fifty-five percent of the world population is expected to live in cities by the year 2010. The prospect of future urban life, a subject of global interest, concerns all nations, developed or less developed, and their people. Being the first World Exposition on the theme of city, Exposition 2010 will attract governments and people from across the world, focusing on the theme "Better City, Better Life." For its 184 days, participants will display urban civilisation to the full extent, exchange their experiences of urban development, disseminate advanced notions on cities and explore new approaches to human habitat, lifestyle and working conditions in the new century. They will learn how to create an eco-friendly society and maintain the sustainable development of human beings.
Expo 2010 Shanghai China will centre on innovation and interaction. Innovation is the soul, while cultural interaction is an important mission of the World Expositions. In the new era, Expo 2010 Shanghai China will contribute to human-centred development, scientific and technological innovation, cultural diversity and win-win cooperation for a better future, thus composing a melody with the key notes of highlighting innovation and interaction in the new century.
Expo 2010 Shanghai China will also be a grand international gathering. On the one hand, we shall endeavour to attract about 200 nations and international organisations to take part in the exhibition as well as 70 million visitors from home and abroad, ensuring the widest possible participation in the history of the World Expositions. On the other hand, we will put Expo 2010 Shanghai China in a global perspective and do our best to encourage the participation and gain the understanding and support of various countries and peoples, in order to turn Expo 2010 Shanghai China into a happy reunion of people from all over the world.
In addition, Expo 2010 Shanghai China will offer a wonderful opportunity for cross-culture dialogues. Before the conclusion of the Exposition, a "Shanghai Declaration" will be issued. This declaration, hopefully a milestone in the history of the World Expositions, will epitomise the insights to be offered by the participants and embody people's ideas for future cooperation and development and extensive common aspirations, thereby leaving a rich spiritual legacy of urban development to people throughout the world.
The Chinese Government will go to great lengths to make Expo 2010 Shanghai China a special event that carries on traditions and opens a new vista into the future. Our motto is: "Keeping in mind the next 60 years' development while preparing for the six months' Exposition." We count on the continuing attention, support and participation of all the peace-loving countries.

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Haibao's Travel to Cities

If you ask where Haibao is?
The answer is “everywhere!”
It is true. The image of Haibao has appeared ubiquitous in just one year’s time.
On squares, people are joyful to take photos with Haibao’s sculpture; in schools, cheerful students give applauds to Haibao costumed characters performing greeting dances; in bookstores, people keen on knowledge are led by Haibao to the world of Expo; in communities, Haibao stays with residents, and senior citizens are rejuvenated and active in becoming Expo volunteers.
Besides Shanghai, Haibao has been to cities of China and go overseas. He is a guide, star, actor, instructor, messenger…in whatever capacity, Haibao works ceaselessly to send the greetings and invitation of Expo 2010 to the world.
In this one year, Haibao has grown along with the Expo into the heart of people.

Haibao Appears at Shanghai Yu Garden

Haibao Guides You to Yu Garden
Role: Guide
Location: Yu Garden, Shanghai
Forms: Square sculpture, costumed character
In February 2008, the first Haibao sculpture appeared on the Zigzagging Bridge Square of Yu Garden, and inflamed an Expo fever around the old town area. Since then, you will always see the joyful tourists around the sculpture at the Zigzagging Bridge.
It isn’t an easy year since Haibao came to Yu Garden. As the origin of Shanghai Old Town culture, Yu Garden receives about 37 million tourists every year. Facing numerous tourists, Haibao stands there, sending out greetings and invitation from the Expo, and making Yu Garden the best place for promotion of Expo 2010 and attraction of visitors

Haibao at Hong Kong Cultural Centre Square

Haibao in Front of Macao Senado

Haibao Comes in Kunming

Over Mountains and Crossing Rivers
Role: Messenger
Location: Squares in the cities
Forms: Sculpture, Haibao sponge toy, Haibao doll
Haibao is just one year old, he has travelled a lot around the world.
By now, over 200 Haibao sculptures have been placed, and nearly 100 of them went from Shanghai to other domestic and oversea cities.Besides, Haibao sponge toys and dolls have also been to numerous places.

Haibao Ad Board at Yan'an Road Viaduct

Making Every Corner of the City Beautiful
Role: Image Ambassador
Locations: Viaducts, CBD, buildings
Form: Outdoor Billboard
Along the viaducts, in business districts and by main roads, are flags fluttering with Haibao’s image on them. Lighted signs bearing Haibao’s image are seen everywhere at bus stops, airports and railway stations. Billboards dominated by Haibao are erected at Nanpu Bridge, the Expo park, Shanghai-Nanjing Expressway, etc. More and more Expo elements are appearing in Shanghai.

Have a Fun Time with Haibao
Role: Actor
Location: Community promotion places
Form: College students costumed as Haibao
“Lift up the right hand and rest the left hand on the waist”, about 3 to 5 girls are in T shirts bearing the image of Haibao, imitating gestures of Haibao in smiles. They are members of Expo 2010 University Promotion Team, and Haibao Dance is their core job.
With more and more promotion activities, the students have brought Haibao to every family.
“Pass Left and Stand Right”
Role: Advocate
Location: Metro Line 8 at Dashijie Station
Form: Costumed character
As the advocate of good citizen behaviorism, Haibao has appeared around the escalators of Metro Line 8 at Dashijie Station since last November.

Haibao Comes in the Bansongyuan Street Community

A Special Neighbor
Role: Neighbor
Location: South Zhongshan Road, South Xizang Road intersection
Form: Sculpture
Is it a great idea to have Haibao as your neighbor?
This has come true when Haibao sculpture was erected at the entrance of Puxi Expo Park,the intersection between South Zhongshan Road and South Xizang Road.It becomes the neighbor of local communities.

I’m the Cover Figure
Role: Instructor
Location: Bookstores
Form: Cover figure on Expo books
Expo books have been an important channel for the citizens to understand and care about the Expo. Haibao works as an ambassador, cover figure, or leading role in the stories to promote Expo 2010.

People Who Are Busy for Haibao

Meaningful Design of Haibao Products
Interviewee: Feng Chuan, Shanghai JuneYao Culture Communication Co., Ltd.
Sheng Wei, Shanghai Sinnsa Co., Ltd.
Feng Chuan not only likes Haibao as other people do, but also has deep affection for the mascot. He considers the design of Haibao Products very meaningful, because it is a contribution to the Expo.
Designers have designed a series of city Haibao images, from “Painter”, to “Love Song Prince”, “Sports Fan” and “Fashion Seeker”.
Talking about the design of franchised Expo products, Sheng Wei, a designer, pays more attention to their functions. She thinks that the products are not only for memory, but also for use, providing both aesthetic and convenient features. She revealed that the “Happy Spring” series soon to launch will have enhanced functions.
Haibao, not just Merchandise
Interviewee: Ms. Sun, manager of Expo franchise shops
In the Expo 2010 franchise shop on Oriental Pearl, Ms. Xiao bought 3 Haibao dolls and several Haibao pillows.
According to Ms. Sun, the enthusiasm for Haibao related products has started since Haibao was first unveiled last December. “Particularly, after the Olympics, consumers have shifted their interests in Fuwa to Haibao”.
At present, over 30 Expo franchise shops are open in cities including Beijing and Shanghai.

Happy Birthday, Haibao!
Interviewee: Zhang Yan, student of Sports School of Shanghai Normal University
Zhang Yan is a student from Sports School of Shanghai Normal University. Talking about the birth of Haibao, we have to mention the over 24,000 dominos set up by Zhang Yan and her schoolmates to present him to the world in a unique manner.

“Do you remember the day when Haibao was born?” Our question drew Zhang Yan’s thoughts back to the night on December 18, 2007. “Of course, it’s a lifetime memory,” Zhang Yan said. Now, Zhang Yan feels happy to see so many Haibao images on the streets. “Happy Birthday, Haibao!”

The Oriental Crown——China Pavilion

Building Overview:
China Pavilion is located at the heart of the Expo planning area. It will be the highlight and landmark within the Expo Site.
Location:
China Pavilion is situated within Zone A of the Expo Site, to the east of the Expo Axis. When visitors have access to the Expo Site from the main entrance in Pudong Section, the majestic structure will catch their eyes immediately.
Building Area:
The overall building area of China Pavilion is 160,100 square meters.
Construction Progress:
China Pavilion construction started on December 18, 2007, and is expected to complete by the end of September 2009; its roof structure was completed on November 28, 2008.

Unique Profile:
The contour design of China Pavilion is based on the concept of “Oriental Crown, Splendid China, Ample Barn, and Rich People”, to express the spirit and disposition of Chinese culture.
The Area of China Pavilion consists of the Chinese National Pavilion, and Chinese Provinces Pavilion. Rising from the center, the Chinese National Pavilion looks like a huge sculpture-like crown, which is made of traditional Dougong brackets fixed layer upon layer, to incorporate Chinese elements and reflect the Chinese spirit.
Main Axis in Exhibition:
China Pavilion will present the efforts and achievements made by Chinese people in urban development process, and the challenges to be confronted in the future. It will be one of the major exhibition areas and carriers to demonstrate the Expo theme and convey the China’s national spirit and Chinese philosophies.

The theme of China Pavilion is defined as “Chinese Wisdom in Urban Development”, which falls into four categories such as “self-discipline”, “social commitment”, ”inspiration from nature” and “harmony in diversity ”, to showcase the distinctive aspects of China’s urban development practices. The Pavilion will be provided with various exhibition facilities to display the colorful Chinese cultures and civilizations, and recent achievements of development in an all round way, for visitors to have an in-depth knowledge of Chinese cultures.
Specific Donation:
The Chinese government will finance most of the construction of the Pavilion; at the same time, donations from Chinese people home and abroad are welcome. The minimum donation is set at one Yuan. The specific website for donation (jz.expo2010china.com) is available to the public.

Balancity in The Germany Pavilion

Name of Pavilion: “Balancity”
Concept: The Balancity will demonstrate the importance of equilibrium and harmony between modernization and preservation, innovation and tradition, urbanization and nature, community and the individual, work and leisure, and between globalization and national identity.
Location: Within Zone C of the Expo Site, at the south bank of the Huangpu River, adjacent to the Lupu Bridge
Pavilion Area: Around 6,000 Square Meters
Designer: Milla & Partner GmbH
Start of Construction: November 15, 2008
Building Identity: “The Floating Space”
Key Word: Travel
Exhibition Highlight:
Visitors will be accompanied by two virtual narrators, Yan Si and Yan Yan, during their travel of discovery within the Germany Pavilion.
Highlight 1:
The exhibition hall “Image of Seaport”, with Hamburg’s HafenCity as its blueprint, will demonstrate a pioneering urban development project, which preserves old buildings while incorporating modern architectural elements to endow the city with a brand new image and enhanced quality of life.
Highlight 2:
“Invention Archives” will be packed with German-designed innovative products that are displayed on the conveying belts in different layers.
Highlight 3:
“Future Planning Studio” will showcase the large-size design drawings, building models, drafts and urban traffic planning maps on the floor and wall, introducing future design and city life styles to visitors.
Highlight 4:
The exhibition hall “Source of Energy” is the main part of the pavilion, which will accommodate a metal sphere where German-developed creative ideas and concepts around the Expo theme will be presented.

Shanghai Exhibition in Urban Best Practices Area Shanghai-EcoHousing

Case: “Shanghai-EcoHousing”
Location: Residential Case Group in North UBPA
Building Area: Around 3,000 Square Meters
Key Words: Ecological, Environmental Protection, Zero Energy Consumption
Case Prototype:
“Shanghai-EcoHousing” is developed on the basis of the first ecological demonstration building in China, which is located in Minhang District, the city of Shanghai. As a “zero energy consumption” building, it features the efficient utilization of solar energy. The large solar panels on top of the roof can provide energy for the whole building.
The louver outside the window, the roller shutter out of the glass curtain, and the movable awning out of the balcony, all in red color, constitute the “outer sunshade system”, which can fend off the sunshine, thus lowering the temperature by insulating against heat, in hot summer.
The blue tubes spreading over the wall are geothermal heat pumps that use geothermal energy to regulate the indoor temperature. The fluid flowing in the tubes elevates the geo-heat from the underground soil to raise the indoor temperature, just like a central air-conditioning system.
Highlights of Technology:
“Shanghai-EcoHousing” will take advantage of many green, environment-friendly and energy-saving technologies, such as the integrated solar energy system, natural lighting / ventilation and LED lighting facilities, techniques for comprehensive utilization of rainwater and sewage, building automation system, and shallow-layer geothermal energy application technology, to reflect the eco-housing philosophy of sustainable development while searching for the universally-recognized housing styles.
Highlights of the Site:
The exhibition will highlight the identity of participation, experience and fun in eco-housing technologies, to weave “a travel through time and space” with clues in the past, present and future.
“Shanghai-EcoHousing”, to satisfy such functional requirements as large visitor flows, will make intelligent use of the underground space to accommodate exhibition halls and a cinema on water , for the purpose of tracing the evolution of housing and seeking the eco-life styles in the future.

Discover the Suspended "Box of Energy"

Design release: Dec 19, 2008
Design philosophy: Lit up Dream with Innovation
Designer: Zhao Xiaojun, designer of 6 Olympic stadiums, including the "Water Cube"
Highlight 1: Box of Energy
The Energy Box, located in the center of the pavilion, has illusive lights, shadows and colors. It is a crystal of the entire building. In day, it has flowing lighting and shadowing, with ever-changing projecting and recessing feels; at night, it is like the Milky Way with shooting stars. The grand firework-like scenes can be viewed by visitors in front of the pavilion, or on the square and distant sidewalks.
Highlight 2: Abstract Architectural Texture
Each side of the pavilion is covered by mysterious lattice texture with wide and narrow lines at solid and void intervals, showing off abstractness and modernity. The inspiration comes from the urban layouts and electric power grids, and implies safety, quality, cleanness, and reliability which are made available through innovation. The dense holes on the surface of the pavilion are simple but subtle lighting and environmental protection devices, to provide natural lighting for certain areas within the pavilion.
Highlight 3: Innovation & Environmental Protection
The design incorporates a number of new technologies and materials, such as the Himawari 12-lens sunlight collecting system providing lighting for the basement and VIP meeting zone. The solar photovoltaic energy generation system and the sunlight collecting system incisively depict the concept of sustainability of urban power grids. The passageways elaborately introduce summer winds in Shanghai to give an S-shaped cool corridor, "Summer Wind Hunter" .
Highlight 4: Intimacy with "Power"
Under the Energy Box is the high-tech transformer substation specially built for the Expo, and it is called the "Energy Core". The floor is completely transparent and allows visitors to have a close look into power grid facilities. Curious children will have the opportunity to learn secrets of a substation through an intimate but safe distance.

Splendor in the Coming 500 Days—— Activities of 500-day Countdown to Expo 2010

Dec. 17, 2008 saw the 500-day countdown to Expo 2010 Shanghai China and initiated a new heat wave of welcoming activities to the event.A documentary”Century-old Dream of World Expo” which presents a panoramic view of the World Exposition’s history was aired for the first time in Shanghai; A huge public-interest ad was launched in the street of Shanghai city, catching eyes of many passers-by; In “Better City, Better Life” Shanghai-Hongkong special program of two-way satellite transmission, Hong Kong singer Jacky Cheung was appointed the Expo 2010 ambassador to promote the event in the region; China Post issued a commemorative stamp and First-Day Cover that soon became best sellers to mark the 500-day countdown; Shanghai tourism authorities issued a booklet that called on its staff to better prepare for Expo 2010 by improving service and foreign language skills…in the coming 500 days, Shanghai will host continuous and diversified events in every corner of the city for everyone to welcome the EXPO.

Shanghai Elementary & Middle School Students Composition Contest for the Expo Comes to an End

The award ceremony for “My 2010 —— Shanghai Elementary & Middle School Students Composition Contest for the Expo” was held at the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination on December 12, 2008. The campaign “Visiting the Expo in Summer Vacation” and “the Expo Composition Contest” had attracted nearly one million local students to the Exhibition Center of World Expo 2010 Shanghai China during the summer vacation. Students took photos and wrote down what they saw and heard at the center, to weave their dreams for Expo 2010. Finally, 100 award-winning works were selected out of the entries, which included 10 works for the first prize, 30 for the second prize, and 60 for the third prize.

Expo Books Win Popularity in Shanghai

At the city wide Xinhua Bookstores, the newly launched Expo book booths become the best attraction for readers. A series of publications compiled by the editorial office of Expo 2010 Shanghai magazine are becoming the best sellers, which include Insight into the Expo– 150 Q&A on World Expo, Insight into the Expo – 150-Year-Hisroty of World Expo, An Overview of Expo 2010 Shanghai China, Expo Knowledge Reader (for Primary School Students), Expo Knowledge Reader (for Middle School Students), World Expo English Using Handbook, Haibao Takes You On An Expo Tour – Games, and Blackboard Newspaper Design Collection for the Expo;The Story of Water – Expo 2008 Zaragoza Spain; Learn English From Haibao;“World Expo, Let’s Do Better” – Expo Reader for Shanghai Tourism Industry.

The Dream Work after "Water Cube"

Zhao Xiaojun
Education: Department of Architecture, Tianjin University
National Grade A Registered Architect
Director and General Manager of China Construction Design International (CCDI) Shenzhen
Founder Member of World Association of Chinese Architects
Chief Designer (Chinese Party) of Water Cube for Beijing Olympics 2008
On December 19, 2008, Zhao Xiaojun, the Chief Designer of “Water Cube” for Beijing Olympics appeared at the press conference held at Expo 2010 Shanghai China Exhibition Center, to unveil the architectural appearance of the State Grid Pavilion for Expo 2010.
According to Zhao, State Grid Pavilion is another piece of dream work he designed ever. It could be a bit calm, but it is sure to have a nature of still vitality and passion.
Creation is a process to release the art inspiration from the deep of soul
Zhao never denies such a fact that “Water Cube” makes him be in the spotlight. However, he would rather go out of the identity of a designer, back to tranquility and seek for a satisfaction of soul.
Leading his team in designing the State Grid Pavilion, Zhao enjoyed such an experience again. “A great architectural work shall have its soul, or it would be nothing but a steel structure.”
He explained, “Olympics and World Expo are of great importance to everyone. Olympic Games is full of the passion and burst of athletic sports, while World Expo is a splendid stage for creative ideas and works, to convey people’s expectations and dreams. Therefore, comparing with Olympics, World Expo is more rational, with more focus on the people’s affections.”
From “Water Cube” to “Energy Box”
Previous world expositions have created many great architectural works, which led the trend of that time and became forever classics. People will always take delight in talking about these Expo buildings.
How about the pavilions for Expo 2010? According to Zhao, the State Grid Pavilion will feature an energy centre to serve the Expo Site.Zhao and his team transfused a brand new identity to the pavilion, “green, energy-saving, and affinity”.
Just like water and air, electricity is indispensable to people’s daily life. The State Grid Pavilion will take visitors to have close contact with electricity.
In the eyes of Zhao, each building is a living structure. People’s gracious affections, such as selflessness and altruism, are blended into Zhao’s creation. The power generated by the “energy box” will be strong enough to creat a win-win and happy harmony.

Junko Koshino: in the Fashion World

Junko Koshino is a world famous fashion designer.She has created many outstanding works for World Expos and enjoyed a good reputation in the Expo world.
She designed uniforms for the Discover Life Pavilion and Pepsi Pavilion at Expo 1970 Osaka Japan.
She designed uniforms for Japan Government Pavilion at Expo 1985 Tsukuba Japan.
In 2008, she was nominated as the image ambassador in Japan for promotion of Expo 2010 Shanghai China.
Why Junko Koshino?
Junko Koshino was nominated, along with Tanimura Shinji (the notable musician) and Ai Fukuhara (the famous table tennis player), as the image ambassador for promotion of Expo 2010, although her reputation in China is far behind the other two image ambassadors. Why is Junko Koshino so lucky to be selected? With this question, our reporter starts the interview with this Expo Expert in the fashion world.
During the talk, the reporter is astonished at Junko Koshino’s profound understanding of the deep tie between the fashion world and the Expo, through the Yamato-e and japan ware that were all the rage at the World Exposition in Paris, and the luxury Louis Vuitton’s delicate relationship with World Expo, as well as the Expo heritages, such as Grand Palais (Grand Palace). In a word, the famous fashion designer is really an Expo fan.
Actually, Junko Koshino has a deep tie with China. In 1985, she held the largest fashion show of the time in Beijing, to bring the modern fashion styles into China. In 2005, she came to Beijing again, to organize her brand fashion show under the theme “Sino-Japan Fashionable Life & Cultural Exchange – 20th Anniversary in Beijing”.
Junko Koshino, the well-known fashion designer, has established the traditional ties with the Expo and China, which inevitably makes her a part of Expo 2010.
Junko Koshino has her own views upon the image ambassadors, “Tanimura Shinji is the emissary in music, Ai Fukuhara represents the extension of exchange in sports, and I signify the fashion world. Music, sports, and fashion, are all critical elements of people’s daily life in China. We will make efforts to contribute to Expo 2010 by using our respective expertise.” She adds, “I like playing table tennis. I played a game with Ai Fukuhara when she was four years old. My son and son of Tanimura Shinji studied in the same music school.” It is quite expected that the three image ambassadors will give a wonderful performance in promoting Expo 2010.
Enjoy the Process
From a designer’s point of view, whicht color will be attributed to the city theme of Expo 2010? Thinking for a while, she indicates that there is no set color could be applied for the theme, for city development is a dynamic concept, which represents a color blending process.
Junko Koshino hails the Expo theme “Better City, Better Life”. She’s so excited to see the Expo Site under construction on her way through the Lupu Bridge. “It is admirable that people here, at the city center, are so lucky to have the chance to witness the construction process on the Expo Site.”
In the view of Junko Koshino, either the Expo Site construction or urban development could be deemed as a course. She really advocates and enjoys the beauty and quality of such course. “The Expo Site under construction itself is the best reflection of the better city, which is closer to everyone.”
Meanwhile, Junko Koshino takes out a photo album, which collects the photos of Shanghai World Financial Center under construction that were taken by her and her husband when they visited the adjacent Jin Mao Tower in 2007. Attaching importance to the development process seems to be the common value of the couple for a long time.
What will she bring for Expo 2010?
The reporter is very curious about what Junko Koshino will bring us at Expo 2010.
“You may find out my design on T-shirts”, says Junko Koshino with a smile on her face. Are you excited to hear about this? The design plan has not been frozen yet; however, it would not stop people from expecting for her striking work again.
Japan, as an active participant in world expositions, has accumulated rich experiences in organizing and participating in such great events. Junko Koshino makes a sincere promise that she has an obligation and will work closely with the Expo Organizer to promote Expo 2010. In the meantime, she will give proper proposals and advices to the Expo Organizer with her previous Expo experiences in some relevant fields, particularly in the fashion world. “Of course, I’ll try my best in the areas of my expertise.”

Renewable energy will keep German home alive

an artist's rendition of the "Hamburg Home"
an artist's rendition of the "Hamburg Home"

For the the Urban Best Practices Area of the World Expo 2010, Germany's Hamburg will build an energy self-sufficient building which will have zero gas emissions, Carsten-Ludwig Luedemann, Hamburg's state secretary said today during a meeting with the organizer.
Called "Hamburg Home," the building will use renewable energy to create a desirable environment and it will not have heating facilities or air-conditioning inside.
"It will incorporate both living and office functions and will be highly sustainable and eco-friendly." Luedemann said Hamburg hopes to showcase its efforts in energy efficiency and in helping to curb global warming.
Luedemann said the inspiration for the proposal came from the city's "HafenCity" project, where old buildings on the waterfront of the River Elbe are being renovated into modern environmentally friendly buildings with advanced technology.
The program is one of the largest urban restructuring projects in Europe in the 21st century and will take another 10 years to complete. It involves residential and commercial sections.
Luedemann said the cost of this kind of building is 5 to 10 percent more than for a traditional structure.

Chile enthusiastic for its Expo moment

scene of the meeting
Officials learn about the master plan of Expo 2010

The Government of Chile and companies have attached great importance to World Expo 2010 despite the worldwide financial turmoil and are gearing up for it, a senior official said today.
Francisco Encina, visiting president of the Chamber of Deputies of the National Congress of Chile, said this when meeting Hua Junduo, China's commissioner general for World Expo 2010.
Chile is confident of its exhibition and looks forward to spotlighting its unique Inca culture, Encina said.
Hua urged Chile to start building its pavilion as soon as possible. Hua also delivered a progress report.

Hamburg building to be a highlight

an artist's rendition of the "Hamburg Home"
an artist's rendition of the "Hamburg Home"

The UBPA, a project of the Shanghai organizer, will bring cities from all over the world together to tackle some of the challenges confronting mankind, Zhou said. He anticipated Hamburg would present a quality exhibition and said the organizer would provide any help required.
Luedemann said big cities should serve as models in combating climate change and curbing pollution. Hamburg hopes to promote this concept and to share its experience in this area, he added.

scene of the meeting


Zhou Hanmin, deputy director general of the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination, presents souvenir to Carsten-Ludwig Luedemann, Hamburg's state secretary.

Zhou Hanmin, deputy director general of the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination, said today he expects Hamburg's eco-friendly building for the Urban Best Practices Area at World Expo 2010 to be one of the highlights.
Zhou thanked Hamburg for its efforts in preparing for the 2010 event when meeting a delegation led by Carsten-Ludwig Luedemann, Hamburg's state secretary. Hamburg, in northern Germany, is a sister city of Shanghai.

A Wonderful Opportunity,A Grand Gathering(Video)

A Wonderful Opportunity,A Grand Gathering

Group Level Square 1 (A10)

I. Site Overview
1. The square is located within Block A10 in Pudong Section, to the south of east end of the Elevated Expo Boulevard.
2. It covers an area of around 1,300 square meters, with the stage and support areas of no more than 150 square meters.
3. Performances will be offered here during the Expo except the peak days.
II. Technical Configuration
1. Stage
Standard Configuration:
1) The stage will be built up as required during the Expo (184 days), and be dismantled in some special cases.
2) Provide support area.
2. Stage Structure & Lighting
Standard Configuration:
1) Structural Configuration: Be built up as required during the Expo (184 days).
2) Size: TBD
3. Sound System
Standard Configuration:
1) Line Array System
2) Monitor System
3) Power Amp
4) FOH Console
5) Effects System
6) MIC
4. Lighting System
Standard Configuration:
1) Lighting Console
2) Dimmer Rack
3) Moving Light
4) Par Can
5. Power Supply
Standard Configuration:
1) Power load: 200KW
2) Three-phase and five-wire system
3) Single phase: 220V
III. Performances
1. Small scale performances
2. Accommodate about 30 performers and 600 audiences

Group Level Square 2 (A03)

I. Site Overview
1. The square is located within Block A03, with the Elevated Expo Boulevard on its north side and Gao Ke Road (W.) on the east side.
2. It covers an area of around 2,000 square meters, with the stage and support areas of no more than 100 square meters.
3. Performances will be offered here during the Expo except the peak days.
II. Technical Configuration
1. Stage
Standard Configuration:
1) The stage will be built up as required during the Expo (184 days), and be dismantled in some special cases.
2) Provide support area.
2. Stage Structure & Lighting
Standard Configuration:
1) Structural Configuration: Be built up as required during the Expo (184 days).
2) Size: TBD
3. Sound System
Standard Configuration:
1) Line Array System
2) Monitor System
3) Power Amp
4) FOH Console
5) Effects System
6) MIC
4. Lighting System
Standard Configuration:
1) Lighting Console
2) Dimmer Rack
3) Moving Light
4) Par Can
5. Power Supply
Standard Configuration:
1) Power load: 200KW
2) Three-phase and five-wire system
3) Single phase: 220V
III. Performances
1. Small scale performances
2. Accommodate 30~40 performers and about 400 audiences

Asia Square (A03)

I. Site Overview
1. Asia Square is located within Block A03 in Pudong Section, to the east of China Pavilion, with its north side adjacent to Bei Huan Road, and south and west ends connecting to the Elevated Expo Boulevard.
2. It covers an area of around 5,000 square meters, with the stage and support areas of no more than 300 square meters.
3. Its design focuses on Asian urban square features. The stage comprises of two parts, one large (square) and one small (circular). The circular stage is uncovered, while the square one is designed with a canopy. The square stage features oriental architectural elements, to represent the historic architectures of different periods in Asia, which are subtly incorporated into the stage background and displayed with modern technologies to highlight the historic and cultural scenes in Asian countries.
4. Admissible performers of 50-60 persons and audience of 1000 persons
II. Technical Configuration
1. Stage
Standard Configuration:
1) The stage will be built up prior to opening of the Expo Site, and be used for performances in the 184-day Expo season.
2) The stage consists of the arena stage and end stage.
3) Stage bearing capacity is 200Kg/m2
4) Provide support area, including prop room, staff lounge and dressing room.
Optional Configuration:
1) Elevating Stage
2) Revolving Stage
2. Stage Structure & Lighting
Standard Configuration:
1) Structural configuration: Be built up prior to opening of the Expo Site, and be used for performances in the 184-day Expo season.
2) Size: TBD
3. Sound System
Standard Configuration:
1) Line Array System
2) Monitor System
3) Power Amp
4) FOH Console
5) Monitor Console
6) Effects System
7) MIC
4. Lighting System
Standard Configuration:
1) Lighting Console
2) Dimmer Rack
3) Moving Light
4) Par Can
5) Leko Profile
6) Cyc Light
7) Flood Light
Optional Configuration:
1) Fresnel Spot
2) Follow Spot
3) Laser
4) Hoist
5. Video System
Standard Configuration:
1) Outdoor LED Screen
Optional Configuration:
1) Video Switcher
2) BETA Playback
3) DVD Playback
6. Power Supply
Standard Configuration:
1) Power load: 400KW
2) Three-phase and five-wire system
3) Single phase: 220V
III. Performances
1. Expo (thematic) month activities
2. Performances during the Expo (184 days)
3. Accommodate 50~60 performers and about 1,000 audiences

Venues for Expo Events

Overview of Expo Events

Expo 2010 Shanghai China events include cultural and recreational activities of various kinds in the public activity spaces inside and outside the Expo Site before and during Expo 2010. Events shall be an important approach to the goal of hosting a "successful, splendid and unforgettable" Expo.
There are 33 to 35 venues for events during the 184 days of Expo. Providing three activities in each venue per day, there will be over 100 activities inside the Expo Site daily, and 20,000 activities during the whole Expo duration.
The Expo Site will attract 70 million visitors during the whole Expo duration, namely 400,000 visitors daily. The indoor event venues will attract 33,500 visitors and outdoor event venues 35,000 visitors. The event venues will attract over 200,000 visitors per day. The number of events to be conducted inside and outside the Expo Site before and during Expo 2010 is tremendous.
Types of Events
There are two types of events for Shanghai World Expo in general
● Events during the preparation for the Expo
● Events during the whole Expo duration
Events during the preparation for the Expo include anniversaries on April 30, 1000-day, 800-day and 500-day countdown, solicitation and release of the mascot and theme song, etc. The activities are mainly organized by the Organizer, meanwhile participants and other parties are welcome to participate in the design and staging of the events.
Events during the whole Expo duration fall into three categories, according to different organizing parties
● Events organized by the Organizer. There are seven primary events organized by the Organizer, including the opening and closing ceremonies, China National Day, opening and closing of the Expo Site, high-tech thematic show, new stage production and thematic events.
● Events organized by participants, including participating countries (regions), international organizations, cities and corporations, domestic provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities(including Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan), such as National/Special Day and general events.
● Events organized by other parties, such as media groups, companies specialized in design, financing and operation of cultural events, advertising and PR companies qualified and interested in organizing cultural events, etc.

Shanghai IPR Joint Conference members visits the Bureau

The members from the Shanghai Intellectual Property Rights Joint Conference
Zhou Hanmin, deputy director of the World Expo 2010 Shanghai Executive Committee, delivers a speech on the meeting

Deputy director of the World Expo 2010 Shanghai Executive Committee, also deputy director general of the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination Shanghai Zhou Hanmin yesterday morning met Shanghai Intellectual Property Rights Joint Conference (Shanghai IPR Joint Conference) members, headed by director general of Shanghai Intellectual Property Administration, Chen Zhixing.
Zhou reviewed the progress of Expo 2010's intellectual property protection after the successful bidding. He also revealed plans of intellectual property rights protection plan in the final stage of preparation and during the Expo 2010 such as establishing IPR protection volunteers teams and more public protection promotions.
The protection work needs the support from related state and city-level authorities to build a healthier intellectual property market, he added.
Shanghai Intellectual Property Rights Joint Conference was founded in 2004 and consists of all the major administrative authorities in Shanghai related to IPR issues. The organization has 23 formal member units and 8 other participating members.
The conference's member units which attended yesterday's meeting included Shanghai Industrial and Commercial Administration Bureau , Shanghai Copyright Bureau, Shanghai Intellectual Property Administration, Shanghai Customs and the Shanghai Greenery and Public Sanitation Bureau.
Intellectual property administration chief Chen said that the administration and the other member units of the Conference will fully support the intellectual property protection of Expo 2010.
The attendees of the meeting also talked about details of protecting IPRs of Expo 2010, including enhance market inspection and law enforcement. They also discussed promotional works for protecting Expo-related IPRs on April 26, the IPR Day in China.